White list of services in Russia
The Ministry of digital development of the Russian Federation published the official whitelistThey will continue to work even if the Internet is turned off. This decision is related to infrastructure development "sovereign RuNet" providing access to key public and commercial services for citizens and businesses.
What is a white list?
A whitelist is a list of Internet resources and applications that will be accessed even in the event of technical failures or restrictions on external traffic.
The main objective of the initiative is:
- ensure uninterrupted operation of public services;
- Maintain access to banking operations and financial instruments;
- Support the operation of large trading platforms and ecosystems.
This is part of the state program to ensure digital sovereignty and independence of the Runet from the global network.
Main categories of services
Public resources
- Public services The main portal for interaction of citizens with the state.
- All official websites of the authorities Federal, regional and municipal.
- Electronic Voting and Elections Portal Maintaining access to important political processes.
- Feedback platforms with authorities - for complaints, suggestions and appeals.
Financial sector
- Sberbank, Alfa-Bank, T-Bank, Gazprombank - the largest banks in the country.
- National Payment Card System (NSPC) - ensuring the operation of Mir cards and domestic payments.
- Access to Internet banking and mobile applications will be guaranteed even if external communication channels are limited.
Marketplaces and retail
- Avito It's the largest ad service.
- magnet A large federal retail chain.
This will allow Russians to buy goods and services online even if access to foreign resources is limited.
Telecom and communications
- Personal offices of operators:
MTS
MegaFon
T2 (Tele2)
Beeline
- Communication support and payment options are a key priority in crisis situations.
RuNet IT Giants
- Yandex - all key services: Search, Maps, Taxi, Market, Music, Food.
- Mail.ru and Zen Post and content platforms.
- Rutube and Movie Search - video services and online cinemas.
- 2GIS - maps and navigation.
Why do you need a white list?
- Digital securityThe ability to ensure the stable operation of services in the context of cyber attacks and external threats.
- Technical independenceDevelopment of internal infrastructure and communication channels.
- Maintaining access to critical services: Finance, medicine, government documents.
- Minimizing the risks of disconnection from the global InternetRussia is forming an autonomous ecosystem.
Technical implementation
- Creation national traffic routing systemIt will support the internal segment of the Runet autonomously.
- Network development traffic exchange and data centers within the country.
- Use of use DNS servers in Russia.
- Scaling of projects on import substitution of software and equipment.
Context and international experience
The creation of white lists of services and the development of local segments of the Internet are actively used in other countries:
- China It uses its own “great firewall” and national platforms.
- Iran and DPRK Maintain internal networks for government and commercial needs.
- Russia is on the path of development offline segment of the InternetAccess to external resources, if possible.
Prospects and Importance for Business and Users
- For citizensMaintaining access to public services, banking and entertainment in all circumstances.
- For business.stable operation of trading platforms, logistics and marketing channels within the country.
- For the stateEnhancing digital sovereignty and infrastructure sustainability.
The list may be expanded in the future, including Regional services, educational platforms, medical resources and corporate systems.
The white list of services is an important step in creating a sustainable and independent digital space in Russia. Even if the global Internet is shut down, users will be able to receive public services, manage finances, make purchases and use key services domestically.
